What does 215/70R16 mean?
215/70R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 215 is the width of the tire in millimeters. This number also indicates the appropriate width of the rim on which the tire should be mounted.
- 70 is the aspect ratio, which is the ratio of the tire's height to its width. This affects the tire's handling and ride comfort
- R indicates the tire's construction type, meaning it has a radial construction. This provides stability and precision to the tire.
- 16 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
215/70R16 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 27.9 in | 707.4 mm |
Section Width | 8.5 in | 215 mm |
Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.9 in | 150.5 mm |
Circumference | 87.5 in | 2222.4 mm |
Revolutions | 724.2 revs/mile |
FAQ About 215/70R16 Tire
How tall is a 215/70R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 215/70R16 tire is 27.9 inches
How wide is a 215/70R16 tire?
The width of a 215/70R16 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 215/70R16 tire?
A 215/70R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 70 in a 215/70R16 tire mean?
The 70 in a 215/70R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/70R16
Typically, it's recommended to choose a tire with a diameter (height) within 3% of the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) tire size.
However, keep in mind that this is a general guideline and not an absolute rule.
Here are some tire sizes that are compatible with the 215/70R16:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
275/55R16 | 27.9″ (Equal) | 16 x 7.5-9.5 |
185/80R16 | 27.7″ (-0.7%) | 16 x n/a |
195/75R16 | 27.5″ (-1.4%) | 16 x 8.5-11.0 |
195/80R16 | 28.3″ (1.4%) | 16 x 5.0-6.5 |
205/70R16 | 27.3″ (-2.2%) | 16 x 5.0-7.0 |
205/75R16 | 28.1″ (0.7%) | 16 x n/a |
215/75R16 | 28.7″ (2.9%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
225/65R16 | 27.5″ (-1.4%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
225/70R16 | 28.4″ (1.8%) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
235/60R16 | 27.1″ (-2.9%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
235/65R16 | 28.0″ (0.4%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
245/60R16 | 27.6″ (-1.1%) | 16 x 7.0-8.5 |
255/60R16 | 28.0″ (0.4%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
265/60R16 | 28.5″ (2.2%) | 16 x 7.5-9.5 |
285/55R16 | 28.3″ (1.4%) | 16 x n/a |
295/50R16 | 27.6″ (-1.1%) | 16 x 8.0-10.5 |
315/45R16 | 27.2″ (-2.5%) | 16 x n/a |
355/40R16 | 27.2″ (-2.5%) | 16 x n/a |